Afghanistan - Refugee and humanitarian visa options
Samuta McComber Lawyers stands in grief and solidarity with the Afghan community. We want to do what we can, but there are huge limitations to what can be achieved. For now, we are offering advice and assistance to those enquiring directly with the firm, and volunteering assistance within the community, such as at the Afghan clinic provided by the Refugee and Immigration Legal Service.
The Australian Government has ceased its evacuation operations in Kabul and is working to ensure that visa options continue to be available to Afghan nationals, both within Afghanistan and those displaced from their home country, through Australia’s Humanitarian and Migration Programs.
The following information and assistance is available on the Department of Home Affairs website:
People having difficulty accessing communications to apply, can have another person apply on their behalf here.
People needing assistance in relation to their family members, or people within Afghanistan can contact the Australian Government 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.
The Australian Government is advising all to stay away from Kabul airport and to be very careful of their own safety and security in what is a war like condition. For updated information, see https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/afghanistan.
Australian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate families can register with DFAT: https://covid19.dfat.gov.au
Disclaimer: The contents do not constitute legal advice, are not intended to be a substitute for legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any particular matters you may have. Information is correct as at 01.09.2021 and subject to change without notice.